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Turnkey Self-Service Car Wash | 8 Bays | Columbus, OH
Now available: a fully operational 8-bay self-service car wash in Columbus’ Southeast submarket, strategically positioned on Lockbourne Rd with over 11,000 vehicles per day and just minutes from downtown.
Built in 1987 and situated on a 0.6-acre fenced lot, this standalone asset offers immediate cash flow and long-term upside. The property is equipped with modern infrastructure, including 8 pumps plus spare, 5 tankless water heaters, 2 Hamilton bill changers, 10 commercial-grade vacuums, a Lochinvar boiler, 7 vending machines, and a surveillance system for remote management. With low operating overhead and no franchise obligations, this is an ideal opportunity for an owner-operator or investor seeking a recession-resistant asset.
Located in a high-density residential and workforce corridor, the property benefits from a strong customer base, affordable utilities, and a tax-efficient structure. Zoned UGN-1 and offering ample frontage, this site is also well-positioned for creative repositioning or modernization.
Investment Highlights
✅ Gross Revenue (2024): $60,805
✅ Net Operating Income (2024): $22,789
✅ CapEx Light: No major capital improvements required
✅ 8 Self-Service Bays + Spare Pump
✅ 5 Tankless Water Heaters + Lochinvar Boiler
✅ 10 JDE Vacuum Systems, 7 Vending Machines
✅ 2 Hamilton Bill Changers
✅ Electronic Surveillance System
✅ Fenced & Secure 0.6-Acre Lot
✅ Zoning: UGN-1 (flexible commercial use)
✅ Located Along Major Corridor with 11,700+ VPD
✅ Demographics: 100,000+ residents within 3-mile radius
✅ Affordable Real Estate Taxes | 2024: $1.88/SF
Licensed Auctioneer of Record: Stephen Dawson, OH 2023000138.
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Located at 1680 Lockbourne Rd, Columbus, OH 43207, this prime 0.6-acre lot features an income-generating 8-bay self-service car wash with a strong revenue history. With 3,141 SF building space and 5 tankless water heaters plus a new Lochinvar boiler system, this property offers a turnkey business ready for new owners. The strategic Columbus location attracts 10,766 vehicles per day, ensuring high visibility. Enhance the already profitable business with marketing upgrades, automation improvements, or service expansion for even higher returns. Only an 18-minute drive to John Glenn Columbus International Airport, the property offers a convenient location. Featuring 10 JDE vacuum systems and enhanced foaming brush performance, this car wash is fully operational and well-equipped. Don't miss out on this fantastic investment opportunity that blends strong income potential with a strategic location in Columbus, OH!
· Non-Contingent
· Earnest Money Deposit is Greater of $20,000 or 10% of the Purchase Price
· Marketing Fee: 5% of the Winning Bid Amount, $20,000 minimum
· $10,000 Participation Deposit
1680 Lockbourne Rd, Columbus, OH 43207
Licensed Auctioneer of Record: Stephen Dawson, OH 2023000138.
8 Self-Service Bays, Plus 1 Spare Pump
5 Tankless Water Heaters, New Lochinvar Boiler System
18 Minute Drive to John Glenn Columbus International Airport
10 JDE Vacuum Systems; Enhanced Foaming Brush Performance in Key Bays
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